Serving 619 students in grades 6-8, Irving Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Illinois for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 6% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 7% (which was lower than the Illinois state average of 36%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was equal to the Illinois state level of 13:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
619 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)6%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)7%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
13:1
Hispanic
(15-16)22%
26%
Black
(15-16)77%
17%
Two or more races
(15-16)1%
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (10-11)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% IL state average), while 7% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% IL state average).
How many students attend Irving Elementary School?
619 students attend Irving Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Irving Elementary School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Irving Elementary School?
Irving Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is equal to the Illinois state average of 13:1.
What grades does Irving Elementary School offer ?
Irving Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Irving Elementary School part of?
Irving Elementary School is part of Maywood-Melrose Park-Broadview 89 School District.
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